Benjamin Moore has unveiled its Color of the Year for 2025, and it’s the perfect soothing, velvety hue you’ve been waiting for.

Looking to breathe new life into your home’s interior? Benjamin Moore has just revealed its highly anticipated Color of the Year 2025, sparking excitement in the design world. The chosen hue, Cinnamon Slate 2113-40, is a beautiful, soft fusion of plum and rich brown.

This stunning color strikes the perfect balance between classic charm and contemporary flair, making it a versatile choice for almost any home. Andrea Magno, the director of color marketing and design at Benjamin Moore, describes Cinnamon Slate as an inviting tone with lasting style and modern appeal. 'Its depth and richness create a welcoming atmosphere and a sense of comfort throughout the home, ensuring it becomes a favorite for years to come,' she shares in a press release. Magno also notes the growing interest in more nuanced, saturated colors, where undertones add complexity and depth.

In a conversation with Hannah Yeo, Benjamin Moore's color marketing and development manager, she highlights the evolution of 'millennial gray.' 'This color’s undertones are key to describing it,' Yeo explains. 'At times, it appears brown; other times, it looks plum, and occasionally, it takes on a gray hue.' It's an incredibly adaptable neutral. Additionally, with hints of blue and red undertones, she notes that Cinnamon Slate effortlessly complements both warm and cool color palettes.

This color is the perfect match for the changing seasons, with its velvety finish radiating cozy vibes just in time for fall. 'It’s like a fabric you want to curl up in, making yourself truly comfortable,' Yeo explains. The hue offers a soothing sense of familiarity, almost like meeting a new friend and thinking, 'How have I not known you before?' She adds poetically, 'There’s a veil of nostalgia, but it’s not tied to any particular time.'